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The Best Walking Tours in Milan (Updated 2023)

The towering cathedral in Milan, Italy on a sunny summer day

Posted: 11/28/2023 | November 28th, 2023

Milan is one of the design and fashion capitals of the world. But it has more to offer than just luxe fashion and vintage clothing markets.

An influential city during the Italian Renaissance (and currently the second-largest in Italy), Milan is home to a stunning cathedral (that took over 500 years to complete), the 15th-century Sforzesco Castle (which houses Michelangelo’s last sculpture), and Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, located inside Santa Maria delle Grazie church.

There is no shortage of history and culture here. One of the best ways to see everything in the city is with a walking tour. There’s a lot to see and connecting with an expert local guide will help you get a deeper understanding of the city.

Here’s my list of the best walking tours in Milan to help you plan your trip, save money, and make the most of your visit!

Best Overall Tour

Take Walks

I’ve taken Walks tours all over Europe and it is, by far, my favorite tour company. Their tours are both fun and educational and always manage to go above and beyond. Their Best of Milan tour covers the main sights, such as the Duomo and The Last Supper (for which it includes skip-the-line tickets). At three hours, it’s super fun and informative. The guides really know their stuff too!

Best Free Tour

Sandeman’s New Europe

If you’re on a budget, New Europe is the best free walking tour company in Milan. It runs a daily highlights tour, led by a certified guide, that lasts three hours and is a good introduction to the city. It covers all the big highlights, like the Duomo and the Opera House, as well as some lesser-known sights. Just remember to tip your guide at the end!

 
Here are a few more walking tour options to help you make the most of your time in Milan:
 

1. GT Tours

If you just want to see Leonardo da Vinci’s painting and aren’t interested in anything else, GT Tours runs an hour-long Last Supper guided tour. You’ll get to see this UNESCO World Heritage work up close and learn about its history and significance from an expert local guide. As part of the tour, you’ll get a timed ticket to admire this famous 15th-century painting, with a 15-minute slot, so you won’t be rushed along.

Tours from 48 EUR.

Book here!

 

2. Milanoguida

To dive deep into learning about Milan’s stunning Duomo, take this two-hour Cathedral Rooftop tour. You’ll get skip-the-line admission to the building, which boasts over…

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